Laplace Technologies Limited is a leading telecommunication engineering service company in Nigeria. Operating out of Lagos Nigeria, we also have regional presence in Ibadan, Kano, Abuja, Enugu, Port Harcourt and Accra in Ghana. As a result of expansion and strategic positioning, we are seeking for highly competitive and top of class Project Managers to fill the following regional positions:
Job Title: Regional Project Manager1. North West Region : ( Kano, Kaduna, Zamfara, Jigawa, Katsina, Sokoto, Kebbi, Niger & Bauchi)2. North East Region: (FCT, Nassarawa, Kogi, Yobe, Borno, Taraba, Adamawa, Plateau, & Gombe)3. South-South Region: (Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Delta, Edo & Cross Rivers)• Regional Head Office- Port Harcourt4. South East Region: (Abia, Imo, Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra & Benue)5. South West Region: ( Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Ogun & Kwara)The role of the Regional Project Manager (RPM) is to plan, execute, and drive projects according to strict deadlines & within budget related to his region. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The RPM will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.• Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.• Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the region• Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during project cycle.• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.• Track project milestones and deliverables.• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.• Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.• Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.• Serve as Community Liaison Officer when required.• B. Engr/HND in any Engineering Discipline. MBA/MSc will be an added advantage• Minimum of 5 years experience and 3 years direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution.• Must be a professional certified Project Manager: PMP/PRINCE2• Good understanding of the Mobile Wireless Telecommunication Network Architectures and network components not limited to Radio Access, Transport and Civil Site Build• Strong familiarity with project management & other Business Applications software• Competent and proficient understanding of platforms – BSS/ Transmission for any Telecommunication Original equipment Manufacturer (OEMs) – preferably Huawei, Ericsson and NSN• Prior working knowledge and hands on experience of Huawei equipments will be an added advantage.• Demonstrated experience in personnel & process management.• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.• Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently, and flexible during times of change.• Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.• Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity.• Strong written and oral communication, and strong interpersonal skills• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial• Local knowledge of the region will be an advantage. Preferably indigenes of the region will be given priority.• A valid Driver’s License and a driving experience of not less than 5 years.• Overtime may be required in meet project deadlines.• Sitting for extended periods of time.• Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.• Some moderate travel within your region ( See Regional distribution) may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients, stakeholders, or off-site personnel/management• A very competitive Salary Package• A car attached to the office1. Send application to mfoniso.ette-umoh@laplacetechnologies.com (CV + Cover Letter)2. Subject matter: Regional PM3. Application ends August 14, 2011 Tags: Project, Regional, Graduate Jobs In Nigeria, Manager Tagged as: Laplace, Limited, Manager, Project, Regional, TECHNOLOGIES